1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Peugeot iOn weights approximately 24 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 2400 | iOn |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
